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A Relaxing Day in Motueka

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October 28th 2008
I went for a run this morning to check out the beach side of the town which we didn't see yesterday. The town is quite well kept up with some really nice houses. I get hungry as I run past trees loaded with grapefruits and lemons on people's manicured lawns. It is also strange watching kids head off to school after their long weekend as our year of travels continues. We realized a few days ago tha ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Motueka

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more